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Lake Pignola – Potenza loop from Potenza Superiore

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Italy

Basilicata

Potenza

Lake Pignola – Potenza loop from Potenza Superiore

Hard

5.0

(2)

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Lake Pignola – Potenza loop from Potenza Superiore

03:27

49.0km

900m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parco Nazionale dell'Appennino Lucano-Val d'Agri-Lagonegrese

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.37 km

View of Lago del Pantano

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There is a whole cycle/pedestrian path that follows the profile of Lago del Pantano, the asphalt is good and you won't find many cars to keep you company.

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9.48 km

Lago di Pignola Cycle Path

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The Lake Pignola cycling and walking path winds along the entire shoreline, offering a flat route perfect for families and cyclists of all ages. Along the route, a WWF-managed reserve …

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19.0 km

Fountain and Lucanian aqueduct

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This fountain is located right at the source of the Basento River. The place is perfect for a break. Right behind the fountain, next to the Lucanian aqueduct system, the river flows framed by a thick forest of broad-leaved trees.

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19.7 km

Source of the Basento River

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22.7 km

Madonna del Sasso Hut

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This refuge is located at the Madonna del Sasso pass (1,370 m above sea level). The refuge opens on request, usually for large groups. However, it is an excellent shelter in case of heavy rain.

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38.3 km

Lake Pignola

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This small lake basin is a regional nature reserve. The reserve was established in the 1980s as a wetland of international interest and is currently managed by the WWF through …

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47.3 km

Potenza

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Potenza is the capital of Basilicata. It is located at 819m above sea level in the center of the Basento Valley.
It is also known as the 'vertical city' due …

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48.7 km

Stone Shelter in Vaglio di Basilicata

Highlight • Mountain Hut

49.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.7 km

8.74 km

5.39 km

148 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.7 km

21.2 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,360 m)

Lowest point (670 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

35°C

18°C

0 %

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Lake Pignola – Potenza loop from Potenza Superiore

View of Lago del Pantano

Lago di Pignola Cycle Path

Fountain and Lucanian aqueduct

Source of the Basento River

Madonna del Sasso Hut

Lake Pignola

Potenza

Stone Shelter in Vaglio di Basilicata

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